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Dairy Free Butter Chicken

Dairy Free Butter Chicken
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If you’re craving a comforting and creamy dish that’s easy to make, look no further than this Dairy Free Butter Chicken. This delightful recipe combines tender chicken with rich coconut milk and aromatic spices to create a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The creamy sauce, packed with flavor, pairs beautifully with rice or cauliflower rice, making it an enticing option for everyone at the table. Impress your family and friends with this allergy-friendly dish that’s sure to have them coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup full fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts and/or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons coconut oil, divided
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
  • 1 chili, stemmed, seeded and minced
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek or kasoori methi
  • 1 cup full fat coconut milk or coconut cream

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix coconut milk, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and spices to create the marinade. Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat coconut oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Brown the marinated chicken in batches for about 3 minutes per side; set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic, ginger, and chili pepper; cook briefly until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and spices; cook for a few seconds before adding water and sugar. Simmer for 15 minutes until thickened.
  5. Blend the sauce until smooth. Return it to the pot along with coconut cream and browned chicken. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  6. Serve hot with cilantro garnish over rice or cauliflower rice.

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